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Dr. Amy Cummings receives award to advance lung cancer research
The two-year, $500,000 grant supports Cummings’ efforts to advance clinical research and improve outcomes for individuals diagnosed with RET-positive lung cancer.
December 18, 2024
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2 min read
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A low omega-6, omega-3 rich diet and fish oil may slow prostate cancer growth, UCLA study finds
A new UCLA study found that a diet low in omega-6 and high in omega-3 fatty acids, combined with fish oil supplements, significantly reduced the growth rate of prostate cancer cells in men with early-stage disease.
December 13, 2024
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4 min read
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UCLA physician-scientist Dr. Mina Sedrak honored with Susan G. Komen Rising Star Researcher Award
This honor recognizes Dr. Sedrak’s innovative research at the intersection of cancer and aging, as well as his leadership in advancing breast cancer treatment and survivorship.
December 11, 2024
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3 min read
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UCLA physician-scientist named Editor-in-Chief of Breast Cancer Research and Treatment
December 9, 2024
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2 min read
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Physician-scientist receives NCI grant to advance cell-based cancer treatments
Dr. Christopher Seet, an assistant professor of hematology-oncology, has received a $2.9 million R37 MERIT Award from the National Cancer Institute to advance the development of innovative T cell therapies for cancer.
December 6, 2024
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2 min read
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SABCS: Improved survival for advanced breast cancer, using genomics to identify patients with high risk of recurrence, how race/ethnicity influence the risk of heart failure in early-stage breast cancer and more
The premier breast cancer meeting will feature UCLA-led studies in key areas of clinical and translational research, including experimental biology, etiology, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer.
December 5, 2024
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6 min read
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ASH: Gene therapy for rare genetic disorder, molecular insights into leukemia growth and more
The annual ASH meeting will feature the latest research and clinical trial results from researchers at the Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research at UCLA.
December 2, 2024
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2 min read
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News about UCLA Health,
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22 David Geffen School of Medicine researchers named to list of the world’s most influential scientists
Twenty-two researchers from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA are among 38 UCLA faculty members and researchers named to a list of the world’s most influential scholars in the sciences and social sciences.
November 25, 2024
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2 min read
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Researchers Develop Antigen-Mimicking Synthetic Cells to Improve T-Cell Activation
UCLA researchers have created a synthetic, cell-like material with viscous and elastic properties that better mimics immune system’s natural mechanism for activating T-cells.
November 25, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer
Izak Ben-Meir has benefited from groundbreaking treatments and heartfelt haikus during 13-year cancer journey
November 25, 2024
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6 min read
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UCLA’s multidisciplinary program transforms the outlook for people with von Hippel-Lindau disease
The program brings together experts across various areas, from retinal disease to neurosurgery, who are dedicated to tackling the complex challenges patients face.
November 25, 2024
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6 min read
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A new precision medicine approach that combines genetic and functional profiling helps predict how glioblastoma will respond to therapy
A new UCLA study helps explain why glioblastoma, one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer, becomes resistant to treatment, and introduces a new approach that paves the way for more personalized treatment strategies.
November 21, 2024
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4 min read
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Balancing pregnancy and a brain tumor
Seammala Sun was diagnosed with a noncancerous brain tumor during pregnancy. She underwent treatment at UCLA Health, allowing her to safely welcome her daughter into the world before having life-saving surgery.
November 20, 2024
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7 min read
Healthy Lifestyle
Why are young adults and nonsmokers getting lung cancer?
Although the disease is typically associated with older people who smoke, lung cancer is striking more younger adults — and nonsmokers.
November 18, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer
A dramatic illustration of the importance of lung cancer screening
November 15, 2024
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5 min read
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MRI-guided radiation therapy reduces long-term side effects for patients with prostate cancer
Two-year analysis shows MRI-guided stereotactic body radiotherapy not only lowers acute treatment toxicity, but also provides sustained benefits for patients’ quality of life.
November 13, 2024
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3 min read
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Combination approach show promise for treating rare, aggressive cancers
A research team led by UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center investigators has shown that that combining pembrolizumab, an immunotherapy drug, with standard chemotherapy can improve treatment outcomes for patients with small cell bladder cancer and small cell/neuroendocrine prostate cancer.
November 12, 2024
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3 min read
Michael's Story - Tongue Cancer: TORS Surgery - Transoral Robotic Surgery
Tongue Cancer Patient Story: TORS Surgery: Transoral Robotic Surgery: Dr. St John is not only a brilliant researcher, but also displayed incredible surgical skills.
November 8, 2024
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8 min read
Cancer
She uses humor, optimism to make sense of pancreatic cancer
November 4, 2024
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4 min read
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Community,
Science & Research
Researchers awarded $2.5 million grant to increase lung cancer screenings in underserved communities
UCLA researchers were awarded a $2.5 million grant to spearhead a new initiative aimed at reducing disparities in lung cancer screening across Los Angeles County.
November 4, 2024
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4 min read